Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon S6500

On this page, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm Z37 versus Nikon S6500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and S6500 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was launched 4 years earlier than the S6500 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up against the S6500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z37 offers outer measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Z37 versus Nikon S6500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 against the S6500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and S6500 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z37 and S6500.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S6500 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.